Nepean Community College ~ 2023 Term 4 Spring Brochure

Please note, with COVID-19 still circulating in the community, as a Condition of Entry the College asks that all staff, students and visitors are symptom free and have tested negative if they have been exposed to the COVID-19 virus.

Your Story���

“Your” and “Story” are two important words.

“Your” because your story is uniquely yours. Everyone has a journey that is in the end theirs and their own story to tell.

Whether it’s your journey to Australia as a migrant or refugee, or whether its your walk in the home town you never left, both stories are yours.

“Story” is the second word and, on reflection, always involves other people. While your story is yours alone it’s always also shared with someone sometime. Which brings me to community and Community College.

Community in the end is people together, connecting their stories and becoming a part of each others’ stories. When I try to put my finger on that part of Community College courses that lifts them beyond simply absorbing knowledge, acquiring new skills or demonstrating competence it is the people becoming part of each others’ stories in the classroom.

So between the pages here are many opportunities for you to participate and to add to your story.

This is the heart of the College and your invitation, in some cases as a fee for service program but also with support of the NSW Government fee free training if you experience any of a number of barriers to learning.

It is also that part of the College that is not so visible. So if you’re reading this and the College has been part of your story in the past let me invite you to share that story and help us to bring to light that important role the College has in community. Have a look at page 5 to see how you can do this.

Eric Wright, Principal.

Index by Day Weekly Planner

Monday

• Armenian

• Art : Creative Expression

• Art : Creative Journaling

• Art : Drawing and Watercolour

• Art : Intense Drawing

• Art : Working with Clay

• Bellydance for Beginners

• Business blogging

• Candle Making for Beginners

• Certificate IV in Business BSB40120

• Creative Writing Bootcamp

• Dance : Ballroom for Beginners

• Excel : Beginners

• Excel : Intermediate

• French : Beginners

• German : Beginners

• Italian : Beginners

• Japanese : Beginners

• Literacy Skills for Job Seekers

• Macramé

• Music : Guitar Beginners

• Novel Writing Bootcamp

• Pain Free Plotting for the Creative Writer

• Photography : The Art Of Creative Photography

• Russian : Beginners

• Spanish : Beginners

• Spanish Reading Club

• Tai Chi : Intermediate

• Tai Chi Chuan : Improve Balance & Strengthen Legs

• Tai Chi for Beginners

• Thai : Continuing

• Writing : Beginners

• Writing : Your Family History Story

• Writing a Romance Novel That Sells

• Yoga for Absolute Beginners

Tuesday

• Art : Botanical Drawing and Painting

• Art : Calligraphy Pointed Pen & Inkwell

• Art : Drawing, Painting and Watercolour

• Art : Glass Painting

• Art : Painting

• Chinese : Mandarin Beginners

• Computer : Beginners 2

• Computers : Office Skill Set

• Dance : Ballroom for Beginners

• Dance : Ballroom Intermediate

• English : Simple Conversations

• English Intermediate : Conversations in the Community

• French Conversation

• French for Travellers

• German : Beginners

• German : Beginners Continuing

• Italian : Beginners 2

• Japanese : Beginners Continuing

• Music : Singing Beginners

• Painting Meditation Workshop

• Portuguese : Beginners

• Serbian Language and Culture: Beginner Online

• Spanish : Beginners

• Spanish : Beginners 2

• Sudanese : Read and write simple social texts

• Tech Savvy Seniors

• Write Your Personal Story Workshop

Wednesday

• Art : Calligraphy

• Art : Drawing

• Art : Drawing, Painting and Watercolour

• Art : Origami Christmas Paper Decorations

• Art : Silk Painting

• Bonsai : Spring

• Cake Decorating: An Introduction

• Candle Making for Beginners

• Certificate III in Business - BSB30120

• Character Development

• Chinese : Mandarin Beginners 4

• Computer : Beginners

• Create your own Colour Wheel

• Dance : Rock ‘n Roll for Beginners

• Final Steps to Publish Your Book

• French : Beginners 2

• From Blog to Book

• Introduction to Classical Nahuatl, language of the Aztecs

• Making projects from pallet timber

• Meditation and Relaxation

• Mixed Media

• Perfumery - Basics: Olfactive Experience

• Photography : Introduction to DSLR

• Pronunciation

• Sewing: The Basics and Beyond

• Spanish Reading Club

• Sudanese : Social Conversations

• Tai Chi : Beginners

• Tai Chi for Beginners

• Ukulele

• Writing : Your Family History Story

Thursday

• Art : Intense Drawing

• Art : Journaling for Self Expression

• Art : Meditation for good health

• Australian Citizenship Preparation

• Cake Decorating : Advancing Your Skills

• Certificate II in Applied Digital TechnologiesICT20120

• Chess For Beginners

• Chinese : Mandarin Beginners 3

• Communication, Boundaries and Managing Conflict

• Dance : Jazz

• French for Travellers

• Managing Stress and Increasing Resilience

• Music : Piano/Keyboard - Beginner

• Reading and Writing for Adults

• Sewing for Beginners to Intermediate

• Soft Furnishing and Home Decor

• Spanish : Beginners 2

• Touch Typing

• Transitioning to Parenthood

• Writing : Become A Better Creative Writer

• Writing : Believable characters

• Writing to Heal

Friday

• African Drums - Beginner

• Antique & Furniture Restoration

• Art : Drawing, Painting and Watercolour

• Computer Basics

• Computers : Office Skill Set

• Computers : Powerpoint

• Dressmaking

• English Beginners : First Conversations

• English Beginners : Learning the Alphabet

• Internet Beginners Toolkit

• Italian : Beginners 4 Online

• Italian : Beginners Online

• Italian : Intermediate Online

• Job Seeking And Interview Skills

• Reading and Writing : for People with a Mild Intellectual Disability

• Spanish : Beginners 3

Saturday

• Art : Calligraphy

• Art : Calligraphy Pointed Pen & Inkwell

• Art : Creative Expression

• Beaded Jewellery Introduction Workshop

• Bonsai : Spring

• Come Alive With Colour

• Computer Basics

• Computers : Office Skill Set

• Creative Writing Bootcamp

• Death & Taxes - A financial advisor’s view of estate planning

• Dress to Impress : Men Only

• Jewellery : Beading Intermediate Workshop

• Public Speaking With Happy

• Simply Stylish

• Skirt in a Day: A-Line

• The Wonderful World of the Toddler

• Upholstery

• Writing : Publish Your Own Book

• Writing : The Next Page. Getting Published

• Writing Your Memoir

Sunday

• Cake Decorating : Christmas Cakes

• Cake Decorating : Cup Cake Decorations

• Cake Decorating Workshop : Wedding Cakes

• Computers : Word Beginners

• Sewing : Pants That Fit

• Sewing : Pattern Fit

• Sewing : Tailoring Made Easy

Creative Arts

Creative Writing

Healthy Life

Creative Crafts

Digital Life

Multilingual Life

Creative Life

NEPEAN COMMUNITY COLLEGE IS ALL ABOUT A LEARNING COMMUNITY�

If you have a desire to share your skills knowledge and expertise and want to be part of that community call or email the college at reception@ncc.nsw.edu.au

THE SKILLS WE ARE LOOKING FOR ARE IN:

FULL QUALIFICATIONS

• Certificate III Business

• Certificate IV Business

• Certificate III Individual Support

ENGLISH LANGUAGE, LITERACY, NUMERACY & DIGITAL LITERACY

• The College is developing new and innovative services, programs and community outreach and needs, English Language, Literacy, Numeracy and Digital Literacy teachers

HEALTHY LIFE

• Massage

• Beauty and Makeup

• Zumba

COMMUNITY LANGUAGES

• Serbian

• Italian

• Armenian

• Russian

• Arabic

• Korean

• Greek

CREATIVE ARTS & CRAFTS

• Candle Making

• Photography

• Mosaics

• Silver Jewellery Making

• Soap Making

• Certificates III Visual Arts

• Certificate III Design Fundamentals

A COMMUNITY PROGRAM THAT COMBINES SIMPLE CRAFTS WITH ENGLISH LANGUAGE SKILLS

As part of an effort to assimilate immigrant women into the broader community, Nepean Community College has collaborated with Catholic Care to provide workshops for women from Sudan aimed at teaching them the English language.

Funded by the NSW State Government, a number of women gather three times a week to learn sewing, and skills such as reading and writing. Integrating immigrant women into society is a crucial aspect of creating a diverse and inclusive community. It is important to recognize that immigrant women face unique challenges when it comes to integration. These challenges can include language barriers, cultural differences, and discrimination. One way to address these challenges is by providing

resources and support to help immigrant women adapt to their new environment.

Amany Ashaia, who is a tutor at Nepean Community College, runs the classes at Mamre Homestead Orchard Hills. “We teach them skills about organising time and discovering their strengths and weaknesses points. They learn English by learning these skills. The program helps refugees with many things including English lessons, citizenship lessons and now the

College also provides sewing lessons” she said. College Principal, Eric Wright said It is also important to create a welcoming and inclusive community that celebrates diversity and promotes equal opportunities for all.

“By working together to address the unique challenges that immigrant women face, we can create a stronger and more vibrant community for everyone”.

For more information you can view the SBS video regarding the project at https://bit.ly/NCCMamreHouseProject

THE ICING ON THE CAKE

Meet Rosemary who has been an integral part of the College for the past 33 years spreading her cheer with her warm personality and creation of tasty treats.

Rosemary says the time has flown and is quick to point out that she doesn’t treat it as work because she enjoys it — “You love it or you wouldn’t do it”

Back in the day when her children were babies Rosemary looked at the College program for something she could possibly do at night. It was a choice between Chinese Cooking or Cake Decorating – so she chose to do cake decorating and was hooked from the get go.

Rosemary kept going back to lesson after lesson till it got to the stage when her teacher Dorothy said that she just couldn’t show her anything else. Then when Dorothy was actually thinking of retiring from teaching she asked Rosemary to take over her classes and she’s been teaching at the College ever since.

When Rosemary first commenced she soon realised she could start making money. People gave her orders which then snowballed and her hobby quickly became a little part-time job.

“A lot of the girls that have come to the course now have their own small business that they run. With facebook It’s so different from back in my day and it’s quite rewarding to actually see those who used to be students now running their own little business”.

She explains the Interest in nice little

What Rosemary likes about teaching at NCC

The companionship, friendliness, helping in the community and the people who generally are locals Rosemary likes teaching and believes in giving people what they want so they come back as repeat students and continue on for years just like she used to do as a student. “Everyone is so lovely – we’re community based, local and are all helping each other”

hobbies whether its cake decorating, pottery, or whatever — they’re all pretty similar – just different mediums. “It’s something that anyone can do and yes, blokes also come and give cake decorating a go — the men are wonderful — they often do better work than the women do.”

And her advice to those who may be considering teaching a class at NCC “You have to have your basic knowledge. I treat it as a one on one and I teach the way it’s easy for me to learn — it’s really breaking big pieces down into little pieces – it’s a bit like life”.

Come along, enhance your skills and discover the joys of cake decorating…After all, we all know the icing is the best part. Check out Creative Crafts in the brochure for details about the various cake decorating courses available this term.

MEET SUBA

Suba commenced with the College earlier this year teaching a number of computer courses as well as various Tech Savvy programs for Seniors.

Having initially migrated from Sri Lanka in 2016, Suba has mostly worked in the education sector prior to commencing at Nepean Community College.

Suba enjoys being in Australia a lot. “It was mostly for our kids that we migrated but now, I also feel a lot of difference because I’m getting to know more and more. It is nice what’s happening around the College – I am becoming more knowledgeable and I understand now that it is more about lifelong learning”.

Suba also finds the tech-savvy class to be so much more interesting. “I didn’t know too much about the senior citizens and I didn’t know much about the senior classes or what

you get out of it. So I was running through the Seniors Savers Card class and even those who had the card did not know that the cards could be so useful for them. We are also doing online shopping so teaching

Suba’s advice to others thinking of teaching at NCC

When you come as a new tutor you need to be more confident and more aware of learners needs. Whatever you do, just give 100 percent and do your best.

is a lot more fun – I am really enjoying working here”.

Suba is appreciative of the friendly and supportive staff and on top of that the learners – “all of them are very unique and for me to interact with adults, especially older adults, is something that is really new for me and I like it. I enjoy working with them – and I think that I am more kind of now socialising with them and I really enjoy the class. Every term I am getting to meet new ones and it’s good to get to know them and their learning needs. I try to make the session more lively and enjoyable and they often come up with a few jokes — they all have a great sense of humour” she said.

Creative Arts

Art : Botanical Drawing and Painting

During this course you will learn how to draw and paint plant life using watercolours. No experience is required. (Additional cost for materials)

KATOOMBA CENTRE

Tuesday 17 October 2023, 5:00 pm to 7:00 pm

Duration: 8 Weeks, $179

Art : Calligraphy

A simple definition of the practice of calligraphy is “The Art of Beautiful Writing”. In this introductory class designed for beginners you will develop useful skills by making a basic alphabet. You will also learn about the uses of different tools such as fountain pens, inks, and papers.

WESTFIELD PENRITH

Wednesday 18 October 2023, 6:30 pm to 8:30 pm

Duration: 8 Weeks, $179

WESTFIELD PENRITH WEEKEND

Saturday 21 October 2023, 10:00 am to 12:00 pm

Duration: 8 Weeks, $179

Art : Calligraphy Pointed Pen & Inkwell

This short course will provide you the basic rules to use a dip pen, allowing you the opportunity to get the skills to handwrite one of the most beautiful Calligraphy scripts.

WESTFIELD PENRITH

Tuesday 17 October 2023, 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm

Duration: 8 Weeks, $179

WESTFIELD PENRITH WEEKEND

Saturday 21 October 2023, 1:00 pm to 3:00 pm

Duration: 8 Weeks, $179

Art : Creative Expression

Through creativity we can soothe our souls and release energy that weighs us down. Using your favourite quote or words you will create your own unique acrylic artwork in a fun and supportive environment. Additional costs for materials.

ONLINE

Monday 16 October 2023, 10:00 am to 4:00 pm

Duration: 1 Day, $84

ONLINE

Saturday 18 November 2023, 10:00 am to 4:00 pm

Duration: 1 Day, $84

Art : Creative Journaling

Setting aside the time to express our thoughts onto a canvas or paper allows us to practice self care. Come along and do this in a safe and supportive environment. Create your own artwork with your favourite quote, then learn the art of creative journaling. Additional costs for materials. Through creativity and expression we can soothe our souls and release energy that weighs us down.

ONLINE

Monday 16 October 2023, 3:00 pm to 5:00 pm

Duration: 8 Weeks, $179

Art : Drawing

Drawing is a natural inclination and once the basic skills are mastered and practised, there is no limit to your abilities to draw any subject, using any medium. Drawing can sharpen your feelings of understanding, comprehension, interpretation and representation of the subject/s. It will require a constant practice of self-evaluation, but, it can be a constant source of pride for your achievements.

WESTFIELD PENRITH

Wednesday 18 October 2023, 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm

Duration: 8 Weeks, $179

Art : Drawing and Watercolour

Interested in Arts? In this course you will feel free to express yourself with Drawing and Watercolour Painting.

SPRINGWOOD HIGH SCHOOL

Monday 16 October 2023, 7:30 pm to 9:30 pm

Duration: 8 Weeks, $179

Art : Drawing, Painting and Watercolour

Interested in Arts? In this course you will feel free to express yourself any way you want!

KATOOMBA CENTRE

Tuesday 17 October 2023, 10:00 am to 12:00 pm

Duration: 8 Weeks, $179

WESTFIELD PENRITH

Wednesday 18 October 2023, 6:30 pm to 8:30 pm

Duration: 8 Weeks, $179

WESTFIELD PENRITH

Friday 20 October 2023, 9:45 am to 11:45 am

Duration: 8 weeks, $179

Art : Glass Painting

This course will introduce you to some of the basic and advanced techniques of painting on glass. You will discover how to mix and apply glass-based pigment, add glitter and use shading techniques to create beautiful works of art. You don’t need any experience so come along and create! (Additional cost for materials)

WESTFIELD PENRITH

Tuesday 17 October 2023, 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm

Duration: 8 Weeks, $179

Art : Intense Drawing

Basic drawing and painting principles ranging from beginners drawing principles through to detailed finished art works worth framing. Art, like most things in life, follows rules. Talent and skill are helpful but not essential. Students will be proud of their works completed by applying the rules taught.

KATOOMBA CENTRE

Monday 16 October 2023, 5:00 pm to 7:00 pm

Duration: 8 Weeks, $179

KATOOMBA CENTRE

Thursday 19 October 2023, 2:00 pm to 4:00 pm

Duration: 8 Weeks, $179

 Creative Arts

Art : Journaling for Self Expression

This course shows you how to use the ultimate self-healing tool of art journaling to find your own answers to your most pressing problems, discover your true self and lead a life of growth mind set. Also, benefit from the many scientifically proven benefits of journaling:

• Reduce mental anxiety, physical pain, and stress.

• Heal emotional wounds from past traumas.

• Practice self-compassion, self-love, and self-understanding.

• Overcome your limiting beliefs and fears.

• Reconnect with your true self and solve your inner conflicts.

The best part is you do not need to have any art experience! This is perfect for beginners.

ONLINE

Thursday 19 October 2023, 12:30 pm to 2:30 pm

Duration: 8 Weeks, $179 Online on Zoom

Art : Origami Christmas Paper Decorations

Meet Christmas with hand-made paper decorations you did yourself. We all decorate our homes for Christmas. There is a number of paper objects for Christmas decoration to create a festive atmosphere. Perfectly symmetrical, these objects are made of coloured or shining silver paper from a number of identical modules. Making these objects is a relaxing practice in anticipation of Christmas celebration.

WESTFIELD PENRITH

Wednesday 18 October 2023, 6:30 pm to 8:30 pm

Duration: 4 Weeks, $112

Art : Painting

You will learn and expand your knowledge of painting techniques, the ways to apply paint, as well as the principles of composition. (Additional cost for materials)

WESTFIELD PENRITH

Tuesday 17 October 2023, 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm

Duration: 8 Weeks, $179

Art : Silk Painting

Discover your creativity and uncover many aspects of fabric painting. Surprise your friends by giving them a handmade gift of a painting on silk. You will pick up different techniques of applying paint to silk fabrics and perhaps create a masterpiece. (Additional cost for materials)

WESTFIELD PENRITH

Wednesday 18 October 2023, 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm

Duration: 8 Weeks, $179

Art : Working with Clay

Have you always liked working with clay? In this course you will learn how to use and manipulate clay using the techniques taught in this class. You will also use tools appropriately and learn how to store clay. By the end of the course you will have created a clay sculpture. (Additional cost for materials)

WESTFIELD PENRITH

Monday 16 October 2023, 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm

Duration: 8 Weeks, $179

Create your own Colour Wheel

This course is a relaxing way to understand how colours work and how you can create your own amazing colour wheel using only primary colours.

ONLINE

Wednesday 15 November 2023, 2:30 pm to 4:30 pm

Duration: 4 Weeks, $112 Online on Zoom

Mixed Media

Come along and explore the endless possibilities in drawing or painting with oils, acrylics or watercolours. You will learn how to integrate different mediums with different surfaces.

KATOOMBA CENTRE

Wednesday 18 October 2023, 1:30 pm to 3:30 pm

Duration: 8 Weeks, $179

Painting Meditation Workshop

Learn how painting can be relaxing, fun, easy, inspiring and more. Sue will lead you through guided meditations and a sound bath during each session. Did you know painting can be used as meditation to receive all of the same benefits of mediation? Painting for meditation is easier because you are doing something rather than trying not to think. You will be taught a personal painting practice which ensures that anyone can paint, have fun, and receive the stress relieving and health benefits of meditation. Come see how Sue’s method combines meditation, life coaching, personal transformation, and an approach to living that makes every moment sacred. Additional cost for materials.

ONLINE

Tuesday 17 October 2023, 3:00 pm to 5:00 pm

Duration: 8 Weeks, $179 Online on Zoom

Photography : Introduction to DSLR

This course is designed to take the mystery away from how to use a digital SLR. The course will take a look at some of the basic technical aspects of using a DSLR will help the course participants learn how to progress their photography passion beyond the boundaries of the course material. Auto mode be gone.

WESTFIELD PENRITH

Wednesday 18 October 2023, 6:30 pm to 8:30 pm

Duration: 8 Weeks, $179

Photography : The Art Of Creative Photography

This course is designed for those who wish to learn the technical side of photography and to improve their ability to visually produce more interesting or dramatic images. This course is suitable for beginners or more experienced photographers and demonstrates techniques used by some professionals or high ranking and experienced amateur photographers. Suitable for Digital, Film or Phone Cameras.

WESTFIELD PENRITH

Monday 16 October 2023, 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm

Duration: 8 Weeks, $179

What I liked most...

Learned and improved existing skills.

– Mark Geach

Art : Working with Clay with Ana Sastrias

“Every great artist was first an amateur!”

Ralph Waldo Emerson

 Creative Crafts

Antique & Furniture Restoration

This course is great for the D.I.Y restorer. Complete a simple project covering, re-polishing, hand weaving, rush seating and repair work. This course is for both beginners and experienced practitioners.

WOODCHIX EMU PLAINS

Friday 20 October 2023, 2:00 pm to 4:00 pm

Duration: 8 Weeks, $194

Beaded Jewellery Introduction Workshop

Come along and learn everything you need to know to create and complete your very own pieces of beaded jewellery. Learn how to finish off those projects you started but didn’t know how to complete. Create all of your own beautiful hand made gifts of beaded jewellery. You will also have the skills to repair your old favourites you couldn’t part with. Additional cost for materials.

WESTFIELD PENRITH WEEKEND

Saturday 11 November 2023, 9:00 am to 1:00 pm

Duration: 1 Day, $73 Workshop, No Concessionss

Bonsai : Spring

Learn how to create and care for bonsai. This term you will focus on growing habits of Crepe Myrtle, Azalea and Watergum species. Create a Saikei Landscape Style bonsai and work on perfecting Cascade Style tree. Get lots of practice on wiring.

WOODCHIX EMU PLAINS

Wednesday 18 October 2023, 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm

Duration: 8 Weeks, $194

WOODCHIX EMU PLAINS

Saturday 18 November 2023, 1:00 pm to 5:00 pm

Duration: 4 Weeks, $194

STUDENT REVIEW

Cake Decorating : Advancing Your Skills

Designed for people with experience in working with fondant and icing cakes.

A continuation on from the Beginners course in Cake Decorating. (Additional cost for ingredients)

WESTFIELD PENRITH

Thursday 19 October 2023, 10:00 am to 12:00 pm

Duration: 6 Weeks, $134

Cake Decorating : Christmas Cakes

Learn to decorate Christmas cakes including sugar flowers, flood work and Christmas ornaments all out of icing. This class is designed for beginners and advanced students. (Additional cost for ingredients). Experience working with icing is required.

WESTFIELD PENRITH WEEKEND

Sunday 12 November 2023, 10:00 am to 4:00 pm

Duration: 1 Day, $84 Workshop, No Concessionss

Cake Decorating : Cup Cake Decorations

Learn skills in piping with butter cream and working with fondant to create many different designs to cover your cupcakes, including 3D animals in fondant. This course is suitable for beginners to the experienced. Learn different techniques to decorate cupcakes from novelty to more formal cakes. (Additional cost for ingredients)

WESTFIELD PENRITH WEEKEND

Sunday 10 December 2023, 10:00 am to 4:00 pm

Duration: 1 Day, $84 Workshop, No Concessionss

Cake Decorating Workshop : Wedding Cakes

During this workshop you will learn how to decorate and assemble a beautiful two tier wedding or birthday cake.

WESTFIELD PENRITH WEEKEND

Sunday 26 November 2023, 10:00 am to 4:00 pm

Duration: 1 Day, $84 Workshop, No Concessionss

Cake Decorating: An Introduction

This course is designed for the beginner and teaches the basic techniques of decorations and icing the cake. You will use basic tools to achieve magical results. (Additional cost for ingredients)

WESTFIELD PENRITH

Wednesday 18 October 2023, 10:00 am to 12:00 pm

Duration: 8 Weeks, $176

Candle Making for Beginners

Learn how to make your own scented soy candles. Create perfect gifts or start your own business. If you love candles this is the course for you.

SPRINGWOOD HIGH SCHOOL

Monday 16 October 2023, 7:30 pm to 9:30 pm

Duration: 8 Weeks, $179

WESTFIELD PENRITH

Wednesday 18 October 2023, 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm

Duration: 8 Weeks, $179

Dressmaking

Do you have a new sewing machine and can’t work out the instructions? I will take the mystery out of the instruction book. Overlocking lessons are also included if you have an overlocker. If you need to alter bought garments, then I can help you adjust to a perfect fit. This course is designed for students wishing to upgrade their proficiency, or learn new techniques and beginners are also very welcome. The students are always very friendly and helpful to each other.

WESTFIELD PENRITH

Friday 20 October 2023, 9:30 am to 12:30 pm

Duration: 6 Weeks, $201

Jewellery : Beading Intermediate Workshop

Take the next step to use your knowledge of basic jewellery-making techniques in combination with design concepts to create a more complex project. You will also learn some additional finishing methods. This workshop is suitable for those with a knowledge of crimping, basic looping and jumping use. (Additional cost for materials).

WESTFIELD PENRITH WEEKEND

Saturday 2 December 2023, 9:00 am to 1:00 pm

Duration: 1 Day, $73 Workshop, No Concessionss

Macrame

Discover the art of Macrame. We will explore different knots and learn about the basics of Macrame. By the end of the course you will have made a stylish wallhanging or pot plant holder. Material needed will be discussed in first class. (Additional cost for materials)

WESTFIELD PENRITH

Monday 16 October 2023, 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm

Duration: 8 Weeks, $179

Making projects from pallet timber

During this course you will learn about safety in the workshop, the skills and techniques for using hand tools and machinery to make different projects from timber pallets. Participants will be able to take home the finished products that they have made.

WOODCHIX EMU PLAINS

Wednesday 18 October 2023, 5:00 pm to 8:00 pm

Duration: 5 Weeks, $167

What I liked most...

Steve is very nice and knowledgeable and classmates were also very nice.

– Mark Wild

Painting with Steven Russell

“CHANGE THE WORLD BY BEING YOURSELF.” AMY POEHLER

 Creative Crafts

Perfumery - Basics: Olfactive Experience

Th is Course is open to any audience interested in Aromas, Scents, Fragrances and is not subject to have adverse reaction to smelling fragrances. This Course is challenging our Senses to connect with Scents and Fragrances through a series of Workshops that will explore the relationship of the sense of Smell with other Senses and create a Synaesthetic Experience, meaning a close relationship of Scents with Colour, Texture, Temperature, Movement, Emotions and Memories. Your creativity and imagination will be taken to different places. A Body of Work will be created on each Workshop Activity.

WESTFIELD PENRITH

Wednesday 18 October 2023, 6:30 pm to 8:30 pm

Duration: 8 Weeks, $179

Sewing : Pants That Fit

Tired of pants that don’t fit? In this hands on tissue fitting workshop, learn your correct pattern size and how to alter any commercial pants pattern to fit your body. Discover solutions to fit problems and pick up tips in order to create a flattering style. Using Palmer/Pletsch fitting concepts to make alterations to the basic Mc Calls pant fit pattern 6901, you will take home a pattern that you can use over and over again. You will then learn to sew your pants and fine-tune fit. A list of course requirements will be provided on enrolment.

WESTFIELD PENRITH WEEKEND

Sunday 29 October 2023, 9:00 am to 3:00 pm

Duration: 2 Weeks, $134 29th Oct & 5th Nov, Workshop, No Concessions

Sewing : Pattern Fit

Learn how to alter any pattern to fit you using hands on tissue fitting. In this workshop we do very little measuring, because measuring does not tell you all you need to know about your body. Discover what size you really are, so that you can start out with the correct pattern. Focus on making bodice and skirt alterations using Palmer/ Pletsch fitting techniques and McCalls pattern 7279 or 2718. Once changes are made to the basic pattern, you will go home with your own personal body map and the ability to alter any fashion pattern of your choice. Participants will be encouraged to tissue fit and alter additional dress patterns of their choice.

WESTFIELD PENRITH WEEKEND

Sunday 15 October 2023, 9:00 am to 4:00 pm

Duration: 2 Weeks, $156 15th & 22nd Oct. Workshop, No Concessions

Sewing : Tailoring Made Easy

Be guided through the construction of a tailored lined jacket using a commercial pattern, Palmer/ Pletsch fitting concepts and modern tailoring techniques. All of your sewing will improve after you learn to tailor. You will learn how to alter your pattern to fit, cutting and marking accuracy, interfacings and proper fusing, shoulder and chest shaping, shaped darts, careful trimming and quality pressing, sleeve heads, buttonholes and pockets, lining and perfect hems. Participants will need some basic sewing skills. A list of suggested suitable patterns for the course is available from the college, along with the requirements for Lesson 1.

WESTFIELD PENRITH WEEKEND

Sunday 12 November 2023, 9:00 am to 5:00 pm

Duration: 2 Weeks, $179 12th & 19th Nov. Workshop, No Concessions

Sewing for Beginners to Intermediate

Many people who haven’t used their sewing machine for a while will have difficulty in getting it running again. If you have never used a sewing machine and wanting to buy one. Come along and use the college machines. This is a good way to figure out what you need it for and get advice before purchasing one. Confidence will be achieved with threading and basic maintenance advice. For intermediate sewers it is a great atmosphere to gain ideas from others and advance your creative skills. It is also inspiring to be among a group of like minded individuals and expand your knowledge.

WESTFIELD PENRITH

Thursday 19 October 2023, 6:00 pm to 9:00 pm

Duration: 6 Weeks, $201

Sewing: The Basics and Beyond

Learn to sew or build on your existing skills in a class designed for the absolute beginner, those with basic sewing skills or the more advanced sewer. Master sewing basics and how to use your sewing machine, expand your sewing knowledge and skills, finish those unfinished items, have assistance with fitting or just enjoy the opportunity to sew with help at hand if needed. Students will be taught how to sew an item/s of their choice using commercial patterns. This course includes pattern selection, alterations, layout, cutting, construction methods and sewing machine operation. More experienced sewers will be guided through the construction of garments of their own choice and will be encouraged to explore new techniques. Participants should be able to complete a basic garment or item by the end of the course.

WESTFIELD PENRITH

Wednesday 18 October 2023, 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm

Duration: 8 Weeks, $179

Skirt in a Day: A-Line

A-Line skirts are flattering for most figure types and are amongst the simplest to make. Learn how to draft a skirt pattern from your own measurements, cut it out from your choice of fabric and construct it using a variety of simple sewing techniques. Students will learn how to sew a straight seam, darts, insert a zipper, attach a facing or waistband and finish a hem, all in a day! Basic sewing skills are an advantage.

WESTFIELD PENRITH WEEKEND

Saturday 18 November 2023, 9:00 am to 3:00 pm

Duration: 1 Day, $84

Soft Furnishing and Home Decor

Do you want to stylishly bring new life to your home? Learn the basics of colour schemes, cushions, covers and other furnishings with an experienced homemaker. This course is suitable for students with basic sewing skills. All students will create cushions, curtains and table runners, just to name a few things. Please bring writing materials and your creativity to every class!

WESTFIELD PENRITH

Thursday 19 October 2023, 2:00 pm to 4:00 pm

Duration: 8 Weeks, $179

Upholstery

Learn to restore your upholstered furniture, starting with small projects such as a dining chair. You will learn the basic techniques that will give you the confidence to progress to larger pieces. (Additional cost for materials)

WOODCHIX EMU PLAINS

Saturday 4 November 2023, 10:00 am to 1:00 pm

Duration: 4 Weeks, $149

YOU CAN IMAGINE IS REAL.” PABLO PICASSO

 Creative Life

African Drums - Beginner

Our African drumming workshops allow you to know and ‘feel’ the rhythms through a variety of powerful techniques that support the many varied ways we all learn. You’ll build confidence whilst exploring the fundamentals of: good groove, technique, etiquette, phrasing, listening & dynamics. African rhythms feel great to play!

STORMER MUSIC

Friday 20 October 2023, 2:00 pm to 3:00 pm

Duration: 8 Weeks, $240 No Concessionss

Chess For Beginners

Have you always wanted to play chess but just found it too difficult to learn?

Perhaps you haven’t played for years and need a refresher.

This entertaining course is presented by Steve Mann, a former Sydney Junior Chess Champion with over 30 years of experience in chess tuition. This course is designed specifically for beginners who have little or no previous experience.

Steve will unlock the basic secrets of chess for you in a clear, relaxed and enthusiastic manner. Ideal for those who wish to have fun as well as challenging their brain cells!

WESTFIELD PENRITH

Thursday 19 October 2023, 3:30 pm to 5:30 pm

Duration: 8 Weeks, $179

Dance : Ballroom

for Beginners

Anyone can learn to dance. If you can move your feet you can learn to waltz or Cha Cha. It’s lots of fun and great exercise. Our beginner Ballroom Dancing class will cover Slow Rhythm, Cha Cha Cha, Quickstep, Evening 3 Step, Samba, Waltz, Festival Glide, Jive, Slow Foxtrot, Rumba and Swing Waltz.

PENRITH BALLROOM DANCE

Monday 9 October 2023, 8:00 pm to 9:00 pm

Duration: 8 Weeks, $120 Single or $230 per couple, No other concessions MUST BE VACCINATED

PENRITH BALLROOM DANCE

Tuesday 7 November 2023, 8:30 pm to 9:30 pm

Duration: 8 Weeks, $120 Single or $230 per couple, No other concessions MUST BE VACCINATED

Dance : Ballroom Intermediate

For those who have completed all our Beginner blocks or who already know the basics for the Standard and Latin dances as well as the easier New Vogue dances, we have an Intermediate Ballroom class which covers more advanced dances and moves. This class will cover, depending on difficulty and how the class progresses, 2-3 dances. Sample of dances covered: La Bomba, Tango, Tracie Leigh Waltz, Barclay Blues, further variations in the Standard and Latin dances.

PENRITH BALLROOM DANCE

Tuesday 7 November 2023, 7:30 pm to 8:30 pm

Duration: 8 Weeks, $120 Single or $230 per couple, No other concessions MUST BE VACCINATED

Dance : Jazz

This high-energy dance has a liveliness that sets it apart from traditional styles of dance. Learning new ways to stretch and move you will learn terms, physiology and anatomy. Body positions and arm positions.

KATOOMBA CENTRE

Thursday 19 October 2023, 6:00 pm to 7:00 pm

Duration: 8 Weeks, $112

Dance : Rock ‘n Roll for Beginners

This easy to learn dance will have you on the floor in no time. The music is contagious and you will have so much fun with the steps. This course will build your confidence and self-esteem as well as teach you a simple routine, rhythm and how to lead and follow.

PENRITH BALLROOM DANCE

Wednesday 22 November 2023, 7:30 pm to 8:30 pm

Duration: 8 Weeks, $120 Single or $230 per couple, No other concessions. MUST BE VACCINATED.

Music : Guitar Beginners

Learn how to pick, strum and play the guitar in a range of styles and then take what you’ve learnt into any style you like! You’ll come away with a good understanding of the basics, how to hold the guitar to get the best sound, and be able to play some chords and songs.

STORMER MUSIC

Monday 16 October 2023, 2:00 pm to 3:00 pm

Duration: 8 Weeks, $240 No Concessionss

Music : Piano/Keyboard - Beginner

Ever wanted to play the piano? Our tutor will have you playing in no time! The lessons will be delivered in a group and you will learn all about the instrument, notes and playing in time. We will also look at a bunch of different styles and enjoy exploring the keyboard together.

STORMER MUSIC

Thursday 19 October 2023, 2:00 pm to 3:00 pm

Duration: 8 Weeks, $240 No Concessionss

Music : Singing Beginners

Learn how to sing correctly and develop a strong voice. Find out your range, about timing, pitch etc. Practise singing scales, breathing techniques and discover song interpretation. We will sing from a range of styles and learn from the masters. We’ll also have a great time together exploring the most universal instrument in the world.

STORMER MUSIC

Tuesday 17 October 2023, 2:00 pm to 3:00 pm

Duration: 8 Weeks, $240 No Concessionss

Ukulele

Learn to play the ukulele in a fun and laid back setting. We’ll learn basic chords and melodies each week and play them together in a group.

STORMER MUSIC

Wednesday 18 October 2023, 2:00 pm to 3:00 pm

Duration: 8 Weeks, $240

‘Education is the passport to the future, for tomorrow belongs to those who prepare for it today.’

– Malcolm X

“NEVER REGRET ANYTHING THAT MADE YOU SMILE.” MARK TWAIN

• Choose to move between online, face to face or blended learning during your learning journey with the College with support from our qualified trainers.

• Call to register & access your training at a time that best suits you, which means that you can optimise your schedule & choose how to manage your time & learning.

ONLINE SELF DIRECTED COURSES ONLINE COURSE GUIDE Study when, where and what you want…

• Apply communication skills

• Apply communication strategies in the workplace

• Apply critical thinking to work practices

• Apply digital solutions to work processes

• Art : Creative Expression

• Art : Creative Journaling

• Art : Journaling for Self Expression

• Art : Meditation for good health

• Build and maintain business relationships

• Business blogging

• Certificate III in Business - BSB30120

• Certificate IV in Business BSB40120

• Character Development

• Computers : Office Skill Set

• Contribute to the health & safety of self & others

• Create electronic presentations

• Create your own Colour Wheel

• Deliver a service to customers

• Design and produce business documents

• Design and produce complex spreadsheets

• Design and produce spreadsheets

• Develop & apply thinking & problem solving skills

• Develop and present business proposals

• Develop personal work priorities

• Facebook for Business

• Final Steps to Publish Your Book

• From Blog to Book

• Introductory Business Skills

• Italian : Beginners 4 Online

• Italian : Beginners

• Italian : Intermediate Online

• Job Seeking And Interview Skills

• Linkedin for Business

• Meditation and Relaxation

• Operate digital devices

• Organise business meetings

• Organise personal work priorities

• Painting Meditation Workshop

• Participate in sustainable work practices

• Pinterest for Business

• Plan and apply time management

• Plan and prepare for work readiness

• Promote products and services

• Research and develop business plans

• Research using the internet

• Serbian Language and Culture: Beginner Online

• Skills for Work

• Use business resources

• Use business software applications

• Use digital technologies to collaborate in a work environment

• Use digital technologies to communicate in a work environment

• Work effectively in business environments

• Work effectively with others

• Write complex documents

• Write Your Personal Story Workshop

• Writing : Publish Your Own Book

• Writing to Heal

• Writing Your Memoir

You can access your course material & complete your study when it suits you�

 Creative Writing

Character Development

You may have a great story but if your characters are flat and uninteresting your listeners will find your story dull. If your lead protagonist isn’t generating empathy, then no one cares what happens to them. Character Development covers every aspect of character building; from developing charismatic and believable people, to making sure they work holistically to drive the narrative forward in realistic ways.

ONLINE

Wednesday 18 October 2023, 12:30 pm to 2:30 pm

Duration: 8 Weeks, $179

Creative Writing Bootcamp

Do you have the urge to write but not sure what? With the help of an award-winning author and through a series of writing exercises, we will explore various areas of creative writing from short stories, popular fiction, narrative non-fiction, memoir, poetry. We will focus on how to jump start your imagination, why not all ideas make for great stories, plus discuss plotting, characters and structure. As the title says, it’s a bootcamp, so come prepared to write every lesson!

WESTFIELD PENRITH

Monday 16 October 2023, 10:00 am to 1:00 pm

Duration: 4 Weeks, $134

WESTFIELD PENRITH WEEKEND

Saturday 25 November 2023, 10:00 am to 4:00 pm

Duration: 1 Day, $84

Final Steps to Publish Your Book

Have you written a book or nearly finished one, but are not sure of the next steps? You must include certain ‘other’ pages to complete your book. In this course, we cover all the other relevant pages required. We write them and polish them ready to add into your book!

ONLINE

Wednesday 18 October 2023, 2:30 pm to 4:30 pm

Duration: 4 Weeks, $112

From Blog to Book

The old saying, “Content is king,” is as true today as ever. High-quality content is still one of the most valuable assets to a business. How do you reach more people and spread the word about what you do? In this course, you’ll learn how to tap into that gold mine of content in new ways to promote your business and generate leads. It will show you how to save time and effort by repurposing your blog posts into a book and turning your book into an online course.

ONLINE

Wednesday 18 October 2023, 3:00 pm to 5:00 pm

Duration: 8 Weeks, $179 Online on Zoom

Novel Writing Bootcamp

If you’ve ever dreamed of writing a novel - or are trying to write one - then join an award-winning fiction author who will cover the creative stuff (plot, characters, conflict, story, dialogue) and the big-picture things (fiction genres, genre expectations, markets). There will be lots of opportunities to work on your own story. Learn the basic building blocks of crafting a novel and get valuable guidance from a multi-published author who’s been in the writing business for over 30 years.

WESTFIELD PENRITH

Monday 13 November 2023, 10:00 am to 1:00 pm

Duration: 4 Weeks, $134

Pain Free Plotting for the Creative Writer

Started writing a story but stalled after chapter three? Not sure what your characters are doing? Stuck in the sagging middle with no idea how to finish? Or have you written a novel and now need to edit/revise? Join an award-winning fiction author as we explore various plotting tools to strengthen your writing, discuss and share information, and go from Chapter One to The End using a unique story plotting board. Bring your current work-in-progress and be prepared to write

WESTFIELD PENRITH

Monday 13 November 2023, 12:30 pm to 2:30 pm

Duration: 4 Weeks, $112

Write Your Personal Story Workshop

Learn how writing can be very beneficial for your health. In this workshop, you will connect with your personal story and receive the stressrelieving and health benefits of writing that story. Come see how Sue’s method combines life coaching, personal transformation, and an approach to living that makes every moment sacred.

Disclaimer* Due to the nature of this course, there may occasionally be inclusion of sensitive material discussed (i.e. themes surrounding the content of participants personal stories.). By registering in this course, a student is understood to have given their informed consent to this exposure.

ONLINE

Tuesday 17 October 2023, 12:30 pm to 2:30 pm

Duration: 8 Weeks, $179 Online on Zoom

“Writing is the painting of the voice!” Voltaire

“WHATEVER YOU DO, DO IT WELL.” WALT DISNEY

 Creative Writing

Writing : Become A Better Creative Writer

You will learn about the structure and core of what makes good writing. Learn the Five Elements of a Story and how to apply them whether you are writing 50 words of flash fiction or a 50,000 word novel. Writers will develop characters, plot, theme and setting while getting to grips with dialogue and pace, titles and endings and lots more. This is a ‘hands-on’ course with writing exercises every session giving writers the chance to have their work critically assessed in a friendly and supportive environment while offering literary friendship to their classmates.

WESTFIELD PENRITH

Thursday 19 October 2023, 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm

Duration: 8 Weeks, $179

Writing : Beginners

In this beginner’s writing course, you will learn the rudiments of writing short stories and novels with a view towards publication. Learn about creating believable characters and compelling plots with a professional writer.

KATOOMBA CENTRE

Monday 16 October 2023, 5:00 pm to 7:00 pm

Duration: 8 Weeks, $179

WESTFIELD PENRITH

Monday 16 October 2023, 10:00 am to 12:00 pm

Duration: 8 Weeks, $179

Writing : Believable characters

Strong, well-rounded characters drive successful popular fiction. If you’re writing or planning to write a novel, join an award-winning, multipublished fiction author to help you discover who your characters are, what makes them tick, what they need, how they achieve their goals and how this affects your story. There will be lots of hands-on opportunities to work on your own novel so come prepared to write.

WESTFIELD PENRITH

Thursday 19 October 2023, 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm

Duration: 4 Weeks, $112

STUDENT REVIEW What I liked most...

Writing : Publish Your Own Book

Learn how to self-publish your own book, in both printed and electronic formats. Ideal for authors who want their work read but don’t want to waste a year or two getting rejected by agents and publishers, or ripped off by vanity press scams! Do you just want to publish your family memoirs or autobiography in a professional quality hardcopy book, either soft or hardback? Only need a couple of copies? POD, or print on demand allows anyone to desktop publish and within a few weeks a real, live book will arrive on your doorstep! You could be your own publisher and have your book printed and delivered! Once you know how, you can do it over and over gain. If you want to sell your book then we will set you up with your very own Amazon Author account: sell your book around the word for real income!

ONLINE

Saturday 4 November 2023, 10:00 am to 4:00 pm

Duration: 1 Day, $84 Online on Zoom

ONLINE

Saturday 2 December 2023, 10:00 am to 4:00 pm

Duration: 1 Day, $84 Online on Zoom

Writing : The Next Page. Getting Published

Learn how to self-publish your story. This course looks at all facets of publishing such as editing, illustration, web sites and much more.

WESTFIELD PENRITH WEEKEND

Saturday 18 November 2023, 10:00 am to 4:00 pm

Duration: 1 Day, $84

Writing : Your Family History Story

Family history is more than just names and dates on a tree, it’s also about telling the stories. Even the most mundane details of your ancestors’ lives can be turned into an interesting narrative that you will want to share with your family and a wider audience. In this course, you will plan your project, find inspiration, discover how to use resources and timelines, and finally learn where and how to share your ancestors’ stories.

WESTFIELD PENRITH

Monday 16 October 2023, 12:30 pm to 2:30 pm

Duration: 4 Weeks, $112

KATOOMBA CENTRE

Wednesday 18 October 2023, 5:00 pm to 7:00 pm

Duration: 4 Weeks, $112

WESTFIELD PENRITH

Monday 13 November 2023, 12:30 pm to 2:30 pm

Duration: 4 Weeks, $112

KATOOMBA CENTRE

Wednesday 15 November 2023, 5:00 pm to 7:00 pm

Duration: 4 Weeks, $112

The interaction and hands on activities!

– Emily White

Creative Writing Bootcamp with Paula Roe

Writing a Romance Novel That Sells

The romance fiction market is the largest selling genre in the world. So how do you go about writing one? In this course you will not only learn the basics of subgenre, plot, characters and conflict: we will also discuss markets, publishers and agents, and the many ways you can publish your romance stories. We will also create a writing plan so you can finish that book.

WESTFIELD PENRITH

Monday 16 October 2023, 12:30 pm to 2:30 pm

Duration: 4 Weeks, $112

Writing to Heal

This course allows you to write and share your story in a safe environment. We all have a story to share with others and the most amazing part is that your story will on some level help someone or many others!

Join us on this writing journey where you get to put your story into words and start to heal, because when you can put your thoughts into words, you are healing that wound.

Disclaimer* Due to the nature of this course, there may occasionally be inclusion of sensitive material discussed (i.e. themes surrounding the content of participants personal stories.). By registering in this course, a student is understood to have given their informed consent to this exposure.

ONLINE

Thursday 19 October 2023, 3:00 pm to 5:00 pm

Duration: 8 Weeks, $179 Online on Zoom

Writing Your Memoir

Writing your memoirs will lead you into emotionally difficult territory. However it can also be a therapeutic and beneficial experience demanding emotional honesty and bravery. How much of what you write will be the truth? And how do you select what to write about? Be prepared for a complex journey of self-discovery and soul-searching. In “Writing Your Memoir,” we discuss how to choose a subject, plan, focus, and begin a memoir. We will also discuss what makes for good subjects in memoirs, the differences between an autobiography and memoir and address the idea of self-disclosure.

ONLINE

Saturday 18 November 2023, 10:00 am to 4:00 pm

Duration: 1 Day, $84 Online on Zoom

 Digital Life

Business : Blogging

No matter what kind of company you have, you need to be blogging, even if you don’t consider yourself a writer or blogger. Blogging is essential because your business blog offers another touch point with your customers. It’s easy to do and there are several good reasons you should do it. Workshop No Concessionss.

ONLINE

Monday 16 October 2023, 9:30 am to 12:30 pm

Duration: 4 Weeks, $134 Online on Zoom

Computer : Beginners

A computer beginners course to help you operate a personal computer. Learn the components of a computer, what are peripheral devices, how to activate your computer, system security and go on a live tour of a personal computer learning the basics. Plus we take a look at Be Connected where you can further your online training when you get home. This course is delivered in a blend of faceto-face and self-paced online learning to develop the skills and knowledge required.

BSBTEC101 Operate digital devices

WESTFIELD PENRITH

Wednesday 18 October 2023, 4:30 pm to 6:30 pm

Duration: 8 Weeks, $225

WESTFIELD PENRITH

Friday 3 November 2023, 10:00 am to 4:00 pm

Duration: 3 Weeks, $292

WESTFIELD PENRITH WEEKEND

Saturday 4 November 2023, 10:00 am to 4:00 pm

Duration: 3 Weeks, $292 Workshop, No Concessions

Computer : Beginners 2

The Computer Beginners course has been created for people with limited or poor basic knowledge of computers and MS Word. Participants need to have access to a computer either at home or at the library. Participating in Computer Beginners course will give you more knowledge and confidence in using this digital device.

BSBTEC101 Operate digital devices

WESTFIELD PENRITH

Tuesday 17 October 2023, 12:30 pm to 2:30 pm

Duration: 8 Weeks, $195

Computers : Office Skill Set

Learn how to utilise the most common Microsoft Office programs: Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Publisher. This is ideal for the beginner and/or people who would like to get a better understanding of how these programs work. Basic computer experience is essential. This course is delivered in a blend of face-to-face and self-paced online learning to develop the skills and knowledge required.

BSBTEC101 Operate digital devices

BSBTEC201 Use business software applications

BSBTEC202 Use digital technologies to communicate in a work environment

BSBTEC203 Research using the internet ONLINE

Self Directed and Supported Online Anytime E-Learning

WESTFIELD PENRITH

Tuesday 17 October 2023, 3:00 pm to 6:00 pm

Duration: 8 Weeks, $320

WESTFIELD PENRITH

Friday 24 November 2023, 10:00 am to 4:00 pm

Duration: 4 Weeks, $320

WESTFIELD PENRITH WEEKEND

Saturday 25 November 2023, 10:00 am to 4:00 pm

Duration: 4 Weeks, $320

STUDENT REVIEW

Computers : Powerpoint

The possible uses of PowerPoint are countless. A slide show can help a teacher teach a lesson, illustrate an event in history, easily display statistical information, or be used for training in corporations. A slide show can be a valuable tool for teaching, sharing and learning. Whether presenting at a conference or convincing your parents to get a puppy, PowerPoint presentations are useful no matter what the topic and help communicate ideas to an audience.

BSBTEC303 Create electronic presentations

WESTFIELD PENRITH

Friday 27 October 2023, 10:00 am to 4:00 pm

Duration: 1 Day, $114 Workshop, No Concessions

Computers : Word Beginners

MS Word is very popular and the most powerful Word Processing application in the market. In this course you will learn how to use it’s tools to digitally produce documents that are suitable in the workplace or for personal use.

BSBTEC301 Design and produce business documents

WESTFIELD PENRITH WEEKEND

Sunday 26 November 2023, 10:00 am to 4:00 pm

Duration: 1 Day, $114 Workshop, No Concessions

Design and produce business documents

Learn to design and produce various business documents. It includes selecting and using a range of functions on a variety of computer applications.

BSBTEC301 Design and produce business documents

ONLINE

Self Directed and Supported Online Anytime E-Learning

What I liked most...

Slow paced and didn’t feel rushed. Jovana made sure everyone was keeping up. Good content.

– Cara Corderoy Excel : Intermediate with Jovana Stojanov

Nepean Community College 19

 Digital Life

Design and produce complex spreadsheets

Use spreadsheet software to complete business tasks and produce complex documents.

BSBTEC402 Design and produce complex spreadsheets

ONLINE

Self Directed and Supported Online Anytime E-Learning

Design and produce spreadsheets

Learn to develop spreadsheets through the use of spreadsheet applications.

BSBTEC302 Design and produce spreadsheets

ONLINE

Self Directed and Supported Online Anytime E-Learning

Excel : Advanced

Advance your abilities using Microsoft Excel to design and produce complex spreadsheets. This course also requires participants to complete an assessment online after the session. This course is delivered in a blend of face-to-face and self-paced online learning to develop the skills and knowledge required.

BSBTEC402 Design and produce complex spreadsheets

ONLINE

$152

Excel : Beginners

If you would like to learn Excel this is the perfect place to start. Learn the basics about Excel functions and the different features Excel has to offer.

CM7138 Introductions

CM7019 Create Spreadsheets

WESTFIELD PENRITH

Monday 13 November 2023, 10:00 am to 4:00 pm

Duration: 1 Day, $114

Excel : Intermediate

Explore the basics of Microsoft Excel and spreadsheets. This course also requires participants to complete an assessment online after the session. This course is delivered in a blend of face-to-face and self-paced online learning to develop the skills and knowledge required.

BSBTEC302 Design and produce spreadsheets

WESTFIELD PENRITH

Monday 27 November 2023, 10:00 am to 4:00 pm

Duration: 1 Day, $114 Workshop, No Concessions

Operate digital devices

Gain the skills and knowledge required to start up and use a range of basic functions on digital devices.

BSBTEC101 Operate digital devices

ONLINE

Self Directed and Supported Online Anytime E-Learning

Pinterest for Business

Use Pinterest to get discovered by millions of people looking for things to plan, buy and do. Pinterest is a great platform to showcase your business products discovered by millions of users and increase your brand awareness. Workshop No Concessionss.

ONLINE

Duration: 1 Session, $100 This is a one to one workshop. Phone to book an appointment.

ONLINE

Duration: 1 Session, $100 This is a one to one workshop. Phone to book an appointment.

Tech Savvy Seniors

This course is designed to help seniors learn how to use a computer and feel comfortable using various applications that is available to them, for example, write a letter, send an email, online banking, creating files, how to search on the internet, staying safe online and much more.

WESTFIELD PENRITH

Tuesday 17 October 2023, 10:00 am to 12:00 pm

Duration: 8 Weeks, $0

Touch Typing

Develop the basic skills of touch typing to an accuracy of at least 98%.

CM7022 Typing Speed and Accuracy

WESTFIELD PENRITH

Thursday 19 October 2023, 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm

Duration: 8 Weeks, $195

Use digital technologies to collaborate in a work environment

Understand the fundamentals of using digital technologies to collaborate in a workplace context, including working as part of a remote team. It involves undertaking a basic review of organisational processes to identify opportunities for using digital technologies to complete work tasks more efficiently and effectively.

BSBTEC404 Use digital technologies to collaborate in a work environment

ONLINE

Self Directed and Supported Online Anytime E-Learning

Use digital technologies to communicate in a work environment

Learn the skills and knowledge required to effectively identify, select and use available methods of digital communication in a workplace context. These methods may include email, instant messaging and other similar platforms.

BSBTEC202 Use digital technologies to communicate in a work environment

ONLINE

Self Directed and Supported Online Anytime E-Learning

Write complex documents

Plan, draft and finalise complex documents. BSBWRT411 Write complex documents

ONLINE

Self Directed and Supported Online Anytime E-Learning

“Online education is like a rising tide, it’s going to lift all boats.”

 Healthy Life

Art : Meditation for Good Health

In this course, you will be guided to create art through meditation. Art meditation is a creative way to a mindful life. Creating art is a type of meditation, an active training of the mind that increases awareness and emphasises acceptance of feelings and thoughts without judgement and relaxation of body and mind. You will learn expressive painting techniques to help you let go of judgement and control. Learn flow writing and how it can help you understand your paintings.

ONLINE

Thursday 19 October 2023, 10:00 am to 12:00 pm

Duration: 8 Weeks, $179 Online on Zoom

Bellydance for Beginners

Designed for absolutely everyone of all ages and body types, and with no dance experience required, this course will get you shaking and shimmying in no time! Focus is on fun and fitness, and movements will be broken down clearly and concisely in a patient, step by step way. Belly dance is a great way to improve fitness, self- confidence, and exercise hip and knees without jarring movements. It can also relieve stress, improve self-esteem, and is an amazing core workout!

WESTFIELD PENRITH

Monday 16 October 2023, 7:15 pm to 8:15 pm

Duration: 8 Weeks, $112

Communication, Boundaries and Managing Conflict

These workshops are designed to assist participants with the challenges and pitfalls of communicating at work or home. Participants will learn strategies to express themselves constructively, set boundaries and reduce conflict. Skills will include empathic-listening, verbal and non-verbal communications styles, asking for change and setting boundaries.

WESTFIELD PENRITH

Thursday 19 October 2023, 10:00 am to 12:00 pm

Duration: 4 Weeks, $112

WESTFIELD PENRITH

Thursday 16 November 2023, 10:00 am to 12:00 pm

Duration: 4 Weeks, $112

Managing Stress and Increasing Resilience

We cannot avoid stress in today’s rapidly changing world - so how do we live with stress and can we make it our friend? This course is designed to assist participants to identify and manage their stress levels and triggers, as well as develop effective coping strategies to increase their resilience. Topics include ‘how to measure your stress’ ‘choices for managing stress’ and ‘de-stress my relationships’. The course will examine what resilience means for you, and ways to gain and maintain physical and emotional resilience.

WESTFIELD PENRITH

Thursday 19 October 2023, 12:30 pm to 2:30 pm

Duration: 4 Weeks, $112

WESTFIELD PENRITH

Thursday 16 November 2023, 12:30 pm to 2:30 pm

Duration: 4 Weeks, $112

STUDENT REVIEW What I liked

– Anya Mackevitch

Bellydance for Beginners with Jessica

Spence

Meditation and Relaxation

This course is an introduction to a range of meditation styles and relaxation techniques. By the end of the course you will have practised a variety of meditations and be able to create your own personalised meditation routine relevant to your own daily routine.

ONLINE

Wednesday 18 October 2023, 10:00 am to 12:00 pm

Duration: 4 Weeks, $112

Tai Chi : Beginners

Come and enjoy the ancient relaxing Tai Chi movements which can bring harmony, peace and health to your body, mind and spirit.

WESTFIELD PENRITH

Wednesday 18 October 2023, 10:00 am to 11:00 am

Duration: 8 Weeks, $112

Tai Chi : Intermediate

Learn and refine the world’s most popular set of Tai Chi with its 24 forms. Based on the Yang style, it is characterised by its gentle and graceful movements. It is as suitable for promoting health as it is for increasing fitness. This course is for those familiar with the Tai Chi for Beginners courses or anyone looking to progress further with their Tai Chi.

SPRINGWOOD HIGH SCHOOL

Monday 16 October 2023, 8:30 pm to 9:30 pm

Duration: 8 Weeks, $112

most...

The structure of the learning and fun.

“A flower does not think of competing with the flower next to it. It just blooms.”

“OH, THE THINGS YOU CAN FIND, IF YOU DON’T STAY BEHIND.” DR. SEUSS

 Healthy Life

Tai Chi Ch’uan : Improve Balance & Strengthen Legs

A series of exercises using the principles of Tai Chi Ch’uan to increase mobility by relaxation, mindfulness & body awareness, aligning with gravity, & practise.

Ch’uan is ‘fist’ suggesting power, but with training and awareness your body remains ‘loose’. We relax and surrender to the ground, using gravity to hold us in balance. The power is effortless. We use the other person’s energy and strength, for effortless power. The stillness within can defeat the tense energy from the other.

WESTFIELD PENRITH

Monday 16 October 2023, 10:30 am to 11:30 am

Duration: 8 Weeks, $112

Tai Chi for Beginners

Tai Chi is a fluid and gentle form of exercise suitable for anyone. This ancient practice has been shown to be one of the most effective means of improving general health and fitness, relaxation and flexibility. We will learn a simple and fun set of Tai Chi movements that can also become the basis for further progression.

SPRINGWOOD HIGH SCHOOL

Monday 16 October 2023, 7:30 pm to 8:30 pm

Duration: 8 Weeks, $112

WESTFIELD PENRITH

Wednesday 18 October 2023, 6:00 pm to 7:30 pm

Duration: 8 Weeks, $134

The Wonderful World of the Toddler

Do you wonder why your gentle, calm child has suddenly become feisty, opinionated and fussy with food? This program, with a focus on brain development and emotional regulation will help you to understand these common experiences as your little one becomes more independent. It will also provide some tips and strategies to help manage this awesome but often very challenging period of a young child’s life.

WESTFIELD PENRITH WEEKEND

Saturday 25 November 2023, 9:00 am to 12:00 pm

Duration: 1 Day, $42

Transitioning to Parenthood

The 4th trimester is a term given to the first 3 months after a baby is born. This is when you start getting to know and bond with your baby as a new member of your family. It also a time of great change, adjustment and many new parents have told me they wish they had been given more information about what to expect. This course will help to fill in those gaps and I look forward to sharing it with you soon.

WESTFIELD PENRITH

Thursday 9 November 2023, 10:00 am to 1:00 pm

Duration: 1 Day, $55

WESTFIELD PENRITH

Thursday 14 December 2023, 10:00 am to 1:00 pm

Duration: 1 Day, $55

STUDENT REVIEW

Yoga for Absolute Beginners

Yoga for Absolute Beginners

Although a lot of people know about the proven physical, mental and emotional benefits of yoga, it can be very intimidating to start. This course is designed to be accessible for everyone, with a gentle pace and tailored instruction. The yoga style taught is Hatha yoga, which focuses on holding each pose for a few breaths before moving to the next. Classes will be closed with a short meditation. Everyone welcome!

WESTFIELD PENRITH

Monday 16 October 2023, 6:00 pm to 7:00 pm

Duration: 8 Weeks, $112

What I liked most...

Casual, calm, relaxing yet invigorating, no judgement helps muscles and pain.

– Jade Leggatt Dewbery

with Jessica Spence

“DOUBT KILLS MORE DREAMS THAN FAILURE EVER WILL.” SUZY KASSEM

Multilingual Life

Armenian

This is a beginner’s course for those interested in learning Armenian and is suitable for work or travel purposes. The Armenian alphabet is not like any alphabet in the world. There are two modern dialects, Eastern and Western Armenian. Our course is designed to cater for both dialects. We will practise the vocabulary and grammatical conventions as well as writing the language.

WESTFIELD PENRITH

Monday 16 October 2023, 4:00 pm to 6:00 pm

Duration: 8 Weeks, $179

Chinese : Mandarin Beginners

Learning Mandarin is a path of exploration of the culture of one of the oldest civilisations on Earth. You will benefit by learning how to access and communicate with Chinese people, to make friends, gain cultural insight, create better business opportunities and boost your CV. This course will give you an amazing and interesting pronunciation experience as you learn how to sing and pronounce the language through activities and practices. The course will include many must-learn basic terms, most commonly used phrases, and daily conversations.

WESTFIELD PENRITH

Tuesday 17 October 2023, 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm

Duration: 8 Weeks, $179

Chinese : Mandarin Beginners 3

Continue to benefit by learning how to access and communicate with Chinese people, to make friends, gain cultural insight, create better business opportunities and boost your CV. The course will include many must-learn basic terms, most commonly used phrases, and daily conversations.

WESTFIELD PENRITH

Thursday 19 October 2023, 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm

Duration: 8 Weeks, $179

Chinese : Mandarin Beginners 4

Continue to benefit by learning how to access and communicate with Chinese people, to make friends, gain cultural insight, create better business opportunities and boost your CV. The course will include many must-learn basic terms, most commonly used phrases, and daily conversations.

WESTFIELD PENRITH

Wednesday 18 October 2023, 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm

Duration: 8 Weeks, $179

French : Beginners

This course is designed to make you feel part of a group which want to discover new learning experiences in a friendly atmosphere. Your participation will be the necessary contribution for you to guarantee your motivation to learn. The results will reward you to progress to new knowledge with a desired objective.

SPRINGWOOD HIGH SCHOOL

Monday 16 October 2023, 7:30 pm to 9:30 pm

Duration: 8 Weeks, $179

French : Beginners 2

This course is designed to make you feel part of a group which want to continue to discover new learning experiences in a friendly atmosphere. Your participation will be the necessary contribution for you to guarantee your motivation to learn. The results will reward you to progress to new knowledge with a desired objective.

WESTFIELD PENRITH

Wednesday 18 October 2023, 6:30 pm to 8:30 pm

Duration: 8 Weeks, $179

French Conversation

This course is designed for individuals who already have a strong knowledge of the French language (grammar, vocabulary and are confident of their ability to speak the French language). In this course, you will be discussing French News and Actualities, French literature 21st Century, French cinema and French Sport, such as French Olympics 2024, and practice your french vocabulary with the game of French Scrabble.

KATOOMBA CENTRE

Tuesday 17 October 2023, 2:30 pm to 4:30 pm

Duration: 8 Weeks, $179

French for Travellers

This course is designed for individuals travelling to France with the basic knowledge of making oneself understood during their journey. You will be able to ask basic questions and understand the responses in everyday conversations, such as shopping, going to restaurants, asking for directions, basic travelling guides and ability to manage emergency situations, such as accident, medical and change of plans.

KATOOMBA CENTRE

Tuesday 17 October 2023, 12:15 pm to 2:15 pm

Duration: 8 Weeks, $179

WESTFIELD PENRITH

Thursday 19 October 2023, 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm

Duration: 8 Weeks, $179

German : Beginners

Open the door to the fascinating German language and experience German-speaking culture in a fun and friendly environment. Get to grips with basic spoken and written German tailored especially for leisure and business travel. You’ll learn the first building blocks of German grammar, supercharging your speaking and writing skills and gain a deeper understanding of English, its grammar and history. Above all you’ll be in great company!

WESTFIELD PENRITH

Monday 16 October 2023, 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm

Duration: 8 Weeks, $179

KATOOMBA CENTRE

Tuesday 17 October 2023, 12:00 pm to 2:00 pm

Duration: 8 Weeks, $179

“The limits of my languages means the limits of my world.”

Ludwig Wittgenstein

IT’S EASY TO ENROL AND PAY ONLINE . . . SCAN THE QR CODE >

Nepean Community College

 Multilingual Life

German : Beginners Continuing

Take your German to the next level and go beyond phrasebook conversation! With exciting new topics and deeper understanding of German grammar, learn to read, write, speak and understand German confidently as we develop our fluency together. And of course, there will be songs, games, movies, treats and much more to make learning together as fun as it is rewarding. This course is suitable for anyone who’s completed German With Happy Level 1 or 2 or a similar beginner’s German course.

WESTFIELD PENRITH

Tuesday 17 October 2023, 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm

Duration: 8 Weeks, $179

Introduction to Classical Nahuatl, language of the Aztecs

Nahuatl was the language of the Ancient Aztecs and dialects of it are still spoken in Mexico today. The Aztecs had their own hieroglyphic writing system which was mostly used to write dates, place and personal names. When the Spanish conquered Mexico in 1521 and introduced the alphabet, the indigenous peoples seized upon the opportunity it presented to record their legends, songs and histories, before much of their culture was destroyed by colonialism.

Today we can read this Aztec literature, which throws light on the preconquest and early colonial societies of Mexico.

KATOOMBA CENTRE

Wednesday 18 October 2023, 10:00 am to 12:00 pm

Duration: 8 Weeks, $179

Italian : Beginners

This course is designed to make you feel part of a group who want to discover new experiences in a learning environment. Your participation will be the contribution necessary for you to be kept motivated to learn. The results will reward you to progress to new knowledge with a desired objective

WESTFIELD PENRITH

Monday 16 October 2023, 6:30 pm to 8:30 pm

Duration: 8 Weeks, $179

Italian : Beginners 2

This course is designed to make you feel part of a group who want to continue to discover new experiences in a learning environment. Your participation will be the contribution necessary for you to be kept motivated to learn. The results will reward you to progress to new knowledge with a desired objective

WESTFIELD PENRITH

Tuesday 17 October 2023, 6:30 pm to 8:30 pm

Duration: 8 Weeks, $179 TIME CHANGED FROM 7pm to 6:30

Italian : Beginners 4 Online

The course welcomes everyone interested in improving their Italian language skills in a fun and relaxed atmosphere from the comfort of their home. The program is focused on both grammar and communication skills with a simple pace that help students easily follow the lessons. If you already have basic knowledge of Italian language or have completed Italian Beginner 3 course, this online program is for you!

ONLINE

Friday 20 October 2023, 12:15 pm to 2:15 pm

Duration: 8 Weeks, $179 Online on Zoom

Italian : Beginners Online

If you are interested in learning how to speak Italian in a friendly environment and from the comfort of your home, you are more then welcome to join Italian Beginners group. You will learn about basic speaking, writing and reading skills which will help you build a foundation for all the future classes.

ONLINE

Friday 20 October 2023, 2:30 pm to 4:30 pm

Duration: 8 Weeks, $179 Online on Zoom

Italian : Intermediate Online

If you already have a great knowledge of Italian grammar and are confident in having conversations about various topics, this course is for you! The course is focused on all four aspects of language which are speaking, reading, listening and writing while helping students brush up their skills in a pace that is easy to follow. The course welcomes upper-intermediate students and those who have completed Italian Intermediate 3 course.

ONLINE

Friday 20 October 2023, 10:00 am to 12:00 pm

Duration: 8 Weeks, $179 Online on Zoom

Japanese : Beginners

This course is designed for Japanese beginners to provide essential Japanese linguistic and cultural knowledge such as Japanese Hiragana letters, basic conversational Japanese and numbers.

WESTFIELD PENRITH

Monday 16 October 2023, 6:30 pm to 8:30 pm

Duration: 8 Weeks, $179

Japanese : Beginners Continuing

This course is for those who have completed Japanese Beginners and would like to continue to enhance their knowledge of the Japanese Language.

There are many cognitive benefits of learning languages, including improved memory, problem-solving and critical-thinking skills, enhanced concentration, ability to multitask, and better listening skills.

WESTFIELD PENRITH

Tuesday 17 October 2023, 6:30 pm to 8:30 pm

Duration: 8 Weeks, $179

Portuguese

: Beginners

If you have the desire to learn a new language either for work or travel, then this is the course for you! This course covers the basic grammar to guide you and give you the confidence to enjoy everyday conversations.

WESTFIELD PENRITH

Tuesday 17 October 2023, 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm

Duration: 8 Weeks, $179

Russian

: Beginners

This course is an introduction to Russian for beginners wishing to understand and practice the basics of the language for everyday use. The students will built general comprehension and communication skills in Russian, learn Cyrillic alphabet and practice conversation, reading, listening and writing. No prior knowledge of Russian is required.

WESTFIELD PENRITH

Monday 16 October 2023, 6:30 pm to 8:30 pm

Duration: 8 Weeks, $179

“One language sets you in a corridor for life. Two languages open every door along the way.”

Frank Smith

 Multilingual Life

Serbian Language and Culture: Beginner Online

Interested in learning Serbian? This beginner’s course is the perfect place to start your journey. Whether your family is coming from a Serbian background or you would like to impress your Serbian friends, this course will help you learn to read, write and speak basic sentences such as greetings, introduction and asking and answering simple questions. Classes will be conducted in a relaxing and friendly atmosphere and taught by a native Serbian speaker. I hope to see you in class!

ONLINE

Tuesday 17 October 2023, 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm

Duration: 8 Weeks, $179 Online on Zoom

Spanish : Beginners

This course is for people interested in learning about the language and culture of Spain and Latin America and may come in useful for travel, personal enrichment and work situations.

KATOOMBA CENTRE

Monday 16 October 2023, 9:30 am to 11:30 am

Duration: 8 Weeks, $197

WESTFIELD PENRITH

Tuesday 17 October 2023, 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm

Duration: 8 Weeks, $179

Spanish : Beginners 2

This course is suitable for those wishing to continue and develop their basic knowledge and increase their vocabulary in the Spanish language. We will focus on speaking, listening, writing and reading skills including grammar that are appropriate for the situation. It is recommended that you have access to a bilingual dictionary.

WESTFIELD PENRITH

Tuesday 17 October 2023, 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm

Duration: 8 Weeks, $179

KATOOMBA CENTRE

Tuesday 17 October 2023, 9:30 am to 11:30 am

Duration: 8 Weeks, $179

WESTFIELD PENRITH

Thursday 19 October 2023, 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm

Duration: 8 Weeks, $179

Spanish : Beginners 3

This course is suitable for those wishing to continue and develop their basic knowledge and increase their vocabulary in the Spanish language.We will focus on speaking, listening, writing and reading skills including grammar that are appropriate for the situation. It is recommended that you have access to a bilingual dictionary.

KATOOMBA CENTRE

Friday 20 October 2023, 9:30 am to 11:30 am

Duration: 8 Weeks, $179

STUDENT REVIEW What I liked most...

Spanish Reading Club

Do you have a basic knowledge of Spanish? Would you like to practise and extend it by reading original texts in Spanish? In this class you will read a range of texts, including short stories and excerpts from Spanish and Latin American literature, texts about interesting figures from Hispanic history and culture, and about places of interest in the Spanish-speaking world. In class you will read the texts in the original Spanish. Discussion and explanation of language issues will be conducted in English. You will have the opportunity to practise reading aloud, if you wish, and to ask questions about grammar, pronunciation and interpretation.

WESTFIELD PENRITH

Monday 16 October 2023, 12:30 pm to 2:30 pm

Duration: 8 Weeks, $179

KATOOMBA CENTRE

Wednesday 18 October 2023, 12:30 pm to 2:30 pm

Duration: 8 Weeks, $179

Thai : Continuing

Learn the Thai Language through fun role play, we will learn about how to ask directions and count from 1-10 and how to order Thai food. We well also learn about the Thai street markets and how you can order and communicate with the Thai people, at the end of the last week we will also do a large group role play and everyone can practice ordering in Thai while also getting to enjoy the food.

WESTFIELD PENRITH

Monday 16 October 2023, 6:30 pm to 8:30 pm

Duration: 8 Weeks, $179

The knowledge and skill of teaching of the tutor Ana allowed me to gain a good level of knowledge and context for a complete beginner. We didn’t just learn how to say basic phrases, we learnt about the language, the very basics, which is good for beginners.

– Sophia Kooma de Bie Spanish : Beginners with Anna Sastrias

 Life Skills

Australian Citizenship Preparation

This course will prepare learners for the official Australian Citizenship test.

FSKRDG006 Read and respond to simple informal workplace texts

FSKOCM002 Engage in short and simple spoken exchanges at work

MAMRE HOMESTEAD

Thursday 19 October 2023, 10:00 am to 12:00 pm

Duration: 8 Weeks, $0

Death & Taxes - A financial advisor’s view of estate planning

Many of us ignore our own mortality - even fewer of us plan for illness and death. Greg Lucas is a Financial Advisor who is passionate about the need for people to carefully consider three documents: an enduring power of attorney; an enduring power of guardianship and a testamentary trust will. You will walk away from this course knowing when each document operates, what an executor actually does and the wealth protection and taxation advantages of a testamentary trust will. You will also learn who can contest a will and what assets are controlled by your will (and those that are not).

WESTFIELD PENRITH WEEKEND

Saturday 18 November 2023, 10:00 am to 2:30 pm

Duration: 1 Day, $063 Workshop, No Concessions

English : Simple Conversations

This course is for people from language backgrounds other than English who would like to practice speaking and listening in English to communicate in the wider community.

SWERWA001 Begin to read and write the English alphabet

SWEPLL001 Begin to participate in formal English language learning environment

WESTFIELD PENRITH

Tuesday 17 October 2023, 12:00 pm to 2:00 pm

Duration: 8 Weeks, $0

English Beginners : First Conversations

This course is for people from language backgrounds other than English who would like to practice speaking and listening to participate in very short dialogues using English as an additional language.

SWEESD001 Engage in very short dialogues

WESTFIELD PENRITH

Friday 20 October 2023, 12:00 pm to 2:00 pm

Duration: 8 Weeks, $0

English Beginners : Learning the Alphabet

Writing personal details in English is a basic requirement when completing forms. This course will introduce the non-English speaking student to the English alphabet and assist them in being able to write their name, address and country of origin within lines.

SWERWA001 Begin to read and write the English alphabet

SWEPLL001 Begin to participate in formal English language learning environment

WESTFIELD PENRITH

Friday 20 October 2023, 10:00 am to 12:00 pm

Duration: 8 Weeks, $0

English Intermediate : Conversations in the Community

This course is for people from language backgrounds other than English who would like to practice speaking and listening in English to communicate in the wider community.

SWEELD001 Engage in and listen to basic spoken dialogues

WESTFIELD PENRITH

Tuesday 17 October 2023, 10:00 am to 12:00 pm

Duration: 8 Weeks, $0

Internet Beginners Toolkit

Navigating the online world can be a little tricky at first, but this course will teach you some essential skills to “Surf the Net”, and look for information online.

WESTFIELD PENRITH

Friday 17 November 2023, 4:00 pm to 6:00 pm

Duration: 3 Weeks, $00

Literacy Skills for Job Seekers

This course is for Job Active and/or DES providers who require their clients to fulfil Job Plan requirements and utilise NSW Government JobSearch as a pathway to employment. These clients may have difficulties due to their literacy skills engaging with myGov, linking and using their JobSearch dashboards and writing resumes and cover letters for job applications.

VU22363 Engage with simple texts to participate in the community

VU22351 Create short simple texts to participate in the community

VU22364 Participate in simple spoken interactions

VU22379 Identify community options

VU22381 Identify features of the health care system

WESTFIELD PENRITH

Monday 23 October 2023, 9:30 am to 2:30 pm

Duration: 4 Weeks, $0 This Course is run on a Monday & Friday.

Pronunciation

This course is for individuals from a non Englishspeaking background who are interested in learning techniques to improve their English pronunciation and have intermediate to advanced English language skills. The course is delivered through interactive exercises focusing on speech, sounds, intonation and social context.

CM7048 Pronunciation

WESTFIELD PENRITH

Wednesday 18 October 2023, 10:00 am to 12:00 pm

Duration: 8 Weeks, $0

Reading and Writing : for People with a Mild Intellectual Disability

This course is designed for those with a disability who would like to be better equipped to live in a world with words and numbers. Please note that carers are required to support their students during the class.

WESTFIELD PENRITH

Friday 20 October 2023, 10:00 am to 12:00 pm

Duration: 8 Weeks, $0

WESTFIELD PENRITH

Friday 20 October 2023, 12:00 pm to 2:00 pm

Duration: 8 Weeks, $0

Reading and Writing for Adults

This course is designed for those with English as a first language to increase skills in reading and writing in a relaxed atmosphere. It is aimed at those who would like to improve their literacy and numeracy skills for employment purposes.

SWERWT001 Read and write simple social texts

CM70341 Alphabet

CM730002 Sounds of the Alphabet

WESTFIELD PENRITH

Thursday 19 October 2023, 3:00 pm to 5:00 pm

Duration: 8 Weeks, $0

 Work Life

Apply communication skills

Learn to apply basic communication skills in the workplace, including identifying, gathering and conveying information along with completing assigned written information.

BSBCMM211 Apply communication skills

ONLINE

Self Directed and Supported Online Anytime E-Learning

Apply communication strategies in the workplace

Learn to facilitate and apply communication strategies in the workplace within any industry.

BSBXCM401 Apply communication strategies in the workplace

ONLINE

Self Directed and Supported Online Anytime E-Learning

Apply critical thinking to work practices

Learn to use advanced-level critical thinking skills in a workplace context. This includes using methods of analysis, synthesis and evaluation.

BSBCRT411 Apply critical thinking to work practices

ONLINE

Self Directed and Supported Online Anytime E-Learning

Apply digital solutions to work processes

Learn the skills, knowledge and outcomes to integrate digital technologies into common management practice.

BSBTEC403 Apply digital solutions to work processes

ONLINE

Self Directed and Supported Online Anytime E-Learning

Build and maintain business relationships

Establish, develop and maintain effective work relationships and networks through relationship building and negotiation skills required by workers. These workers may be within an organisation as well as freelance or contract workers.

BSBTWK401 Build and maintain business relationships

ONLINE

Self Directed and Supported Online Anytime E-Learning

Come Alive With Colour

Learn how to project confidence and master the art of illusion using colour and contrast. See the power of what wearing the colours that harmonise with your natural colouring can do to enhance your image, appearance and confidence, make your complexion appear more vibrant and take years off your appearance.

Introduce a greater range of colours and interesting combinations to your wardrobe to give yourself a stylish edge.

You’ll discover your best clothing and makeup colours, your clothes will co-ordinate and your wardrobe will mix and match easily.

You will save time, energy and money when shopping as you will have a guide as to what works best for you.

WESTFIELD PENRITH WEEKEND

Saturday 21 October 2023, 9:00 am to 1:00 pm

Duration: 1 Day, $73 Workshop, No Concessions

STUDENT REVIEW

Contribute to the health and safety of self and others

Learn the skills and knowledge required to work in a manner that is healthy and safe in relation to self and others, and to assist in responding to incidents. It covers following work health and safety (WHS) policies, procedures, instructions and requirements; and participating in WHS consultative processes.

BSBWHS211 Contribute to the health and safety of self and others

ONLINE

Self Directed and Supported Online Anytime E-Learning

Create electronic presentations

Gain the skills and knowledge required to design and produce electronic presentations using various applications and platforms.

BSBTEC303 Create electronic presentations

ONLINE

Self Directed and Supported Online Anytime E-Learning

Deliver

a service to customers

Gain the knowledge to deliver aspects of customer service at an introductory level. It includes creating a relationship with customers, identifying their needs, delivering services or products, and processing customer feedback.

BSBOPS203 Deliver a service to customers

ONLINE

Self Directed and Supported Online Anytime E-Learning

Develop and apply thinking and problem solving skills

Discover how to solve problems, develop questions and respond to feedback on questions on workplace issues.

BSBCRT201 Develop and apply thinking and problem solving skills

ONLINE

Self Directed and Supported Online Anytime E-Learning

What I liked most... Understanding my colours, accessory options, contrasting colours.

– Roshana Sultan Come Alive With Colour with Wendy Luxford

“Believe you can and you’re halfway there.”

Theodore Roosevelt

Nepean Community College

 Work Life

Develop and present business proposals

Learn to research the viability of ideas for business opportunities and develop and present proposals for viable options in formats suiting a range of stakeholders.

BSBESB302 Develop and present business proposals

ONLINE

Self Directed and Supported Online Anytime E-Learning

Develop personal work priorities

Discover how to plan and prioritise own work tasks. It also addresses the skills and knowledge to monitor and obtain feedback on personal work performance.

BSBPEF402 Develop personal work priorities

ONLINE

Self Directed and Supported Online Anytime E-Learning

Dress to Impress : Men Only

Looking good makes you feel good. Spend a day learning how to choose clothes and accessories that compliment your body shape, image and colouring so that you look more confident, streamlined and in proportion. Learn how to buy clothes and suits that fit correctly and how to develop a wardrobe to suit your lifestyle and budget. Included in the cost of this workshop is the “Suit Yourself” workbook.

WESTFIELD PENRITH WEEKEND

Saturday 16 December 2023, 9:00 am to 3:00 pm

Duration: 1 Day, $124 Workshop, No Concessions

Facebook for Business

More than 1 million people use Facebook. Marketing on Facebook will help your business to create relationships and find new customers. Learn how to deliver your message to the right audience and improve your brand awareness online by creating engaging and compelling Facebook advertisements that will reach the right audience. Workshop No Concessionss.

ONLINE

Duration: 1 Session, $100 This is a one to one workshop. Phone to book an appointment.

Introductory Business Skills

Not sure if the business world is for you? Take this introductory course to learn how to contribute to the health and safety of yourself and others, produce digital text documents and deliver and monitor a service to customers.

BSBWHS211 Contribute to the health and safety of self and others

BSBTEC201 Use business software applications

BSBOPS304 Deliver and monitor a service to customers

ONLINE

Self Directed and Supported Online Anytime E-Learning

Job Seeking And Interview Skills

The aim of this course is to train participants to effectively look for employment utilising available resources. Have you been unsuccessful in gaining the job of your dreams? Do you want to know the “secret” that will turn that around? This workshop will prepare you to be job ready. You will gain confidence in communication and interview techniques as well as how to write your job application letter and resume.

ONLINE

Friday 20 October 2023, 3:00 pm to 5:00 pm

Duration: 4 Weeks, $112 Online on Zoom

LinkedIn for Business

Establishing a presence for your business on Linkedin is an excellent way to build your brand awareness. Create a profile that will allow your business to connect with new networks as you join the over 53 million users currently on Linkedin. Workshop No Concessionss.

ONLINE

Duration: 1 Session, $100 This is a one to one workshop. Phone to book an appointment.

Organise business meetings

Develop the skills to organise meetings including making arrangements, liaising with participants, and developing and distributing meeting related documentation.

BSBOPS405 Organise business meetings

ONLINE

Self Directed and Supported Online Anytime E-Learning

Organise personal work priorities

This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to organise personal work schedules, to monitor and obtain feedback on work performance and to maintain required levels of competence.

BSBPEF301 Organise personal work priorities

ONLINE

Self Directed and Supported Online Anytime E-Learning

Participate in sustainable work practices

Learn how to measure, support and find opportunities to improve the sustainability of work practices.

BSBSUS211 Participate in sustainable work practices

ONLINE

Self Directed and Supported Online Anytime E-Learning

“Those who say it cannot be done should not interrupt those doing it.” Chinese proverb

 Work Life

Plan and apply time management

Gain the skills to implement time management processes to organise and complete work tasks. It also addresses skills and knowledge to seek and review feedback for performance improvement regarding time management and use technology appropriate to the task.

BSBPEF202 Plan and apply time management

ONLINE

Self Directed and Supported Online Anytime E-Learning

Plan and prepare for work readiness

Acquire skills to identify and document current skills and plan future skills development with support and supervision.

BSBPEF101 Plan and prepare for work readiness

ONLINE

Self Directed and Supported Online Anytime E-Learning

Promote products and services

Gain the skills and knowledge required to coordinate and review the promotion of an organisation’s products and/or services.

BSBMKG434 Promote products and services

ONLINE

Self Directed and Supported Online Anytime E-Learning

Public Speaking With Happy

Take your communication skills to the next level, wherever you are on your public speaking journey. This vibrant and interactive one-day workshop will give you fresh ideas to boost your confidence and skill as a speaker. Whether you are speaking in an impromptu or prepared setting, and whether you are speaking to inform, persuade or entertain, be prepared to roll up your sleeves and practice real speechcraft skills. The course will cover targeting your audience, vocal variety, rhetoric, body language, visual aids, humour, structure and much more.

WESTFIELD PENRITH WEEKEND

Saturday 28 October 2023, 10:00 am to 4:00 pm

Duration: 1 Day, $84

Research and develop business plans

Acquire the skills required to research and develop business plans for achieving business goals and objectives.

BSBESB401 Research and develop business plans

ONLINE

Self Directed and Supported Online Anytime E-Learning

Research using the internet

Gain skills and knowledge required to plan, conduct and present research using the internet within an organisational context.

BSBTEC203 Research using the internet

ONLINE

Self Directed and Supported Online Anytime E-Learning

Simply Stylish

Learn how to understand your figure, where to camouflage your imperfections and how to improve your silhouette. By taking a series of body measurements to ascertain your vertical and horizontal proportions, your figure will be analysed and your best clothing styles will be identified using a computer assisted figure and style analysis program. You will go home with a personalised Rapt in Style personal body shape analysis. This will be supported by a 92 page illustrated Rapt in Style workbook (valued at $40.00, payable to your tutor at the workshop) covering all aspects of fashion, clothing details, shoes, accessories, jewellery, glasses, fashion identity, wardrobe planning and clothing selections.

WESTFIELD PENRITH WEEKEND

Saturday 4 November 2023, 9:00 am to 1:00 pm

Duration: 1 Day , $115 Workshop, No Concessions

Skills for Work

This course applies to individuals who use oral communication skills to participate in workplace teams to complete workplace activities.

FSKOCM006 Use oral communication skills to participate in workplace teams

FSKDIG002 Use digital technology for routine and simple workplace tasks

ONLINE

Self Directed and Supported Online Anytime E-Learning

Use business resources

Gain the skills and knowledge required to identify, use and maintain resources to complete a variety of tasks under direct supervision.

BSBOPS101 Use business resources

ONLINE

Self Directed and Supported Online Anytime E-Learning

Use business software applications

Learn to select and use software and organise electronic information and data.

BSBTEC201 Use business software applications

ONLINE

Self Directed and Supported Online Anytime E-Learning

Work effectively in business environments

Learn the skills and knowledge required to work effectively in business environments. It includes identifying and working to organisational standards, managing workload and working as part of a team.

BSBOPS201 Work effectively in business environments

ONLINE

Self Directed and Supported Online Anytime E-Learning

Work effectively with others

Learn to work co-operatively with others and deal effectively with issues, problems and conflict.

BSBTWK201 Work effectively with others

ONLINE

Self Directed and Supported Online Anytime E-Learning

 Full Qualification Programs

Accredited Training

Nepean Community College is a Registered Training Organisation (RTO ID 1223).

Certificate II in Applied Digital Technologies - ICT20120

Are you interested in furthering your basic IT skills in a career focussing on multimedia? This nationally accredited course is the entry level qualification that provides you with foundation skills and knowledge to use information and communications technology (ICT) in any industry.

BSBWHS211 Contribute to the health and safety of self and others

BSBSUS211 Participate in sustainable work practices

BSBTEC202 Use digital technologies to communicate in a work environment

ICTICT216 Design and create basic organisational documents

BSBTEC303 Create electronic presentations

BSBTEC302 Design and produce spreadsheets

BSBTEC201 Use business software applications

ICTICT214 Operate application software packages

ICTICT215 Operate digital media technology packages

BSBTEC203 Research using the internet

ICTICT213 Use computer operating systems and hardware

BSBTEC301 Design and produce business documents

ONLINE SELF DIRECTED

Commencing date: Thursday 26 October 2023

Duration: 12 weeks, $880 If this is your second Full Qualification the standard fee is $1050

Certificate III in BusinessBSB30120

Give yourself the professional edge by gaining an accredited qualification in business services. This comprehensive course is designed to give you a wide range of specialised skills that will ensure you are an asset to any business team.

BSBSUS211 Participate in sustainable work practices

BSBWHS311 Assist with maintaining workplace safety

BSBCRT311 Apply critical thinking skills in a team environment

BSBPEF201 Support personal wellbeing in the workplace

BSBTWK301 Use inclusive work practices

BSBXCM301 Engage in workplace communication

BSBWHS332X Apply infection prevention and control procedures to own work activities

BSBTEC201 Use business software applications

BSBTEC202 Use digital technologies to communicate in a work environment

BSBPEF301 Organise personal work priorities

BSBTEC301 Design and produce business documents

BSBTEC302 Design and produce spreadsheets

BSBTEC303 Create electronic presentations

ONLINE SELF DIRECTED

Commencing date: Wednesday 25 October 2023

Duration: 16 Weeks, $1310 If this is your second Full Qualification the standard fee is $1580

Certificate IV in BusinessBSB40120

Ramp up your resume by taking the next step in your business services career with this nationally recognised qualification. Move your basic computer skills to a more advanced level and develop your skills in working in a supervisory role.

BSBCRT411 Apply critical thinking to work practices

BSBTEC404 Use digital technologies to collaborate in a work environment

BSBTWK401 Build and maintain business relationships

BSBWHS411 Implement and monitor WHS policies, procedures and programs

BSBWRT411 Write complex documents

BSBWRT411 Write complex documents

BSBXCM401 Apply communication strategies in the workplace

BSBTEC303 Create electronic presentations

BSBOPS405 Organise business meetings

BSBTEC402 Design and produce complex spreadsheets

BSBPEF402 Develop personal work priorities

BSBPEF403 Lead personal development

BSBPEF403 Lead personal development

BSBOPS304 Deliver and monitor a service to customers

ONLINE SELF DIRECTED

Commencing date: Monday 23 October 2023

Duration: 26 Weeks, $1580 If this is your second Full Qualification the standard fee is $1850

Cancellation of Courses

The College reserves the right to cancel or postpone any class due to under-enrolment or unexpected unavailability of the tutor.

Fees

Are listed where payable with each course and are a once only cost payable on enrolment. This cost provides for Tuition and Administration costs only. Enrolment into a class will only be accepted on payment.

Note: NCC complies with ASQA Clause 7.3 and does not require more than $1500 to be prepaid in advance for any course

Confirmation

Confirmation of registration in an accredited course will be emailed to you, advising, if any, next steps to take to continue to course enrolment. Please note that registrations for all other courses are considered effective, unless we contact you to state otherwise.

Who can enrol?

Unless otherwise stated, all courses and workshops are for people 15 years and over. Younger participants may be accepted if accompanied by a fee paying adult.

Materials

Please ask for a materials list on registration. With the exception of Accredited Courses materials are not provided by the College unless stated. Students should allow for this cost when choosing a course.

Refunds

A refund will only be made where the College cancels a course. Please choose your course carefully as the College cannot accept responsibility for changes in personal circumstances which prevent attendance. Once a course is planned, funds are then committed to course costs and cannot be refunded. Once a course has commenced, we regret we cannot arrange a transfer to another course. Requests for refund should be made in writing to the Principal. This refund policy does not remove your rights to take further action under the Australian Consumer Law.

Concessions

NSW Government support provides Subsidies and Fee Free programs for vocational training. Contact the College for eligibility information. For other programs, Pensioners and Seniors Card holders, where the fee is up to and including $120 the reduction is $15. For all other courses the reduction is $20. No Concessionss on seminars and workshops.

Child Minding

The College does not provide facilities for child minding. Children cannot accompany participants in adult classes, both for the child’s sake and the comfort of other participants.

Companion Program for People With a Disability

Enrolment (excluding course materials) in any course for Companions of People with Disabilities is FREE where that Companion has enabled a person with a disability to participate in a College course. Contact the College for details as to which courses are easily accessible.

Student Support

The College exists to provide opportunities to learn. It will make every effort to provide reasonable adjustments. All students who register an interest in accredited course will be asked to undertake a Language, Literacy and Numeracy assessment prior to enrolment. In this way we can identify any support you may need to complete the course and ensure it is available. We offer literacy support materials to assist any gaps identified by this assessment. We also work with the course facilitators to make reasonable adjustments to training plans if necessary

Certification

When you have demonstrated competence against the assessment criteria for an Accredited training program you will be issued with a Statement of Attainment or Certificate. For all other courses you may request a Participation Certificate.

Legislative Compliance

The College complies with all relevant State and Commonwealth laws in relation to the programs it offers

Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL)

If you wish to have recognition of prior learning or current competencies recognised, contact us prior to enrolment to discuss your previous experience in person. We recognise AQF qualifications and Statements of Attainment issued by other Registered Training Organisations throughout Australia in line with AQTF Standards. We will contact the provider of your previous qualifications to confirm authenticity.

Customer Service Guarantee

The College is committed to the provision of quality education and business training services. If you believe that the course did not cover the advertised content or fell short or your expectations please inform the College in writing. If you feel the College has been unjust and not acted in good faith in any issue including assessment, enrolment and course delivery, please contact the administration. If you feel the matter remains unresolved you are encouraged to contact the Principal. In turn the Principal has the opportunity to take matters to the College

Privacy Notice

As a registered training organisation (RTO), we collect your personal information so we can process and manage your enrolment in a vocational education and training (VET) course with us.

We use your personal information to enable us to deliver VET courses to you, and otherwise, as needed, to comply with our obligations as an RTO.

We are required by law (under the National Vocational Education and Training Regulator Act 2011 (Cth) (NVETR Act)) to disclose the personal information we collect about you to the National VET Data Collection kept by the National Centre for Vocational Education Research Ltd (NCVER). The NCVER is responsible for collecting, managing, analysing and communicating research and statistics about the Australian VET sector.

We are also authorised by law (under the NVETR Act) to disclose your personal information to the relevant state or territory training authority.

Beyond these requirements we will not disclose Personal Information we collect from you to a third party.

The Unique Student Identifier (USI)

If you’re Registering for Accredited Training you will be need to have a Unique Student Identifier (USI). These are easy to create and the How To Guide is available at www.usi.gov.au

REGISTER HERE: Course Name:

Location: Day of the week: Morning Afternoon Evening

Name: Company: Address: ABN: Town: Building: Postcode: Date of Birth: Street:

H Phone: Town:

W Phone: Phone: Mobile: Email: Email: USI (page 22):

Payment Method: Cash Cheque EFTpos Mastercard Visa Amount: $

I consent to NCC searching, verifying, or creating a USI on my behalf. For more information please visit usi.gov.au/about-us/privacy

RECEIPT NUMBER (Office Use Only):

Card Number: Expiry Date: CCV: Signature:

Under the Data Provision Requirements 2012, the College is required to collect personal information about you and to disclose that personal information to the National Centre for Vocational Education Research Ltd (NCVER) and government. For more information about NCVER’s Privacy Policy go to https://www.ncver.edu.au/privacy

Gender: Male Female Other

Where did you hear about this course?

Which of the following best describes you employment?

Country of Birth: If yes: Hearing Physical Intellectual Learning

Do you speak a language other than English at home? Yes No Mental Illness Acquired Brain Impairment Vision

If Yes, which language? Medical Condition Other:

How well do you speak English? Very Well Well Highest level of school completed? Still at school Not Well Not at all Year: 12 11 10 9 8 or lower Completed when: Highest Qualification since turning 17: Degree or higher Advanced Diploma

Diploma Certificate: IV III II I Other

Which of the following best describes your reason for study?

Was this qualification completed at school? No Yes

To get a job To develop my existing business To start my own business To try for a different career To get a better job or promotion I wanted extra skills for my job To get into another course of study Other reasons For personal interest or self-development

Do you live in public housing? No Yes What is your Australian Residency Status?

Do you receive a Centerlink or other Benefit? No Yes If Yes, what is its name?

Are you an Employment Service Provider client? No Yes

If Yes, what is your client ID? If Yes, what is your Providers Organisation ID?

Are you Long Term unemployed? No Yes If Yes, do you have evidence? No Yes

I declare that the above information is correct and am willing to provide evidence of eligibility for funded programs on request

Signed: Date: